Hasta Nakshatra
Hasta, symbolised by the hand and ruled by the Moon, is the star of skill, dexterity and clever craftsmanship. Its natives are handy, resourceful and detail-oriented, able to grasp and shape whatever they set their mind to.
Quick facts
| Ruling planet | Moon |
| Deity | Savitar (the Sun as creative power) |
| Symbol | Hand / fist |
| Gana | Deva (divine) |
| Gender | Male |
| Nadi | Adi (Vata) |
| Yoni (animal) | Buffalo |
| Sign & span | 10°00'–23°20' Virgo |
Key traits
- Skilful, dexterous and practical
- Clever, witty and resourceful
- Hard-working and detail-oriented
- Can be anxious or over-critical
Career & strengths
Crafts and handiwork, healing and massage, art, writing, trade, and any skilled manual or detailed work suit Hasta.
Remedies
- Strengthen its ruling planet Moon (see the Moon remedies)
- Worship the nakshatra deity, Savitar
- Chant the nakshatra's mantra and honour it on your birth-star day each month